5+ years of experience in environmental compliance, preferably in power generation
Strong knowledge of environmental laws (Clean Water Act, RCRA, Clean Air Act)
Experience in implementing EHS management systems
Proven ability to develop and implement site-level EHS procedures
Demonstrated problem-solving skills in EHS matters
Experience in conducting training for end users
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, safety, engineering, or related field
Responsibilities
Serve as the environmental subject matter expert on regulatory compliance
Coordinate and manage EHS policies and procedures implementation
Conduct periodic program reviews and updates
Manage compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Complete and submit environmental reports on schedule
Train employees on emergency response and environmental compliance
Collaborate with management to develop annual EHS plans and goals
Benefits
Supportive company culture that values employees
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
Employee Referral Bonus
Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs
Full Job Description
EthosEnergy is recruiting for an Environmental, Health & Safety Compliance Specialist for the Brazos Valley Energy Center which is a GE 7FA combined cycle plant located in Richmond, TX. This position will report to the Facility Manager on site. Essential responsibilities of this critical role include coordination, implementation and support of Environmental, Health & Safety plans, policies, procedures, and compliance programs. Success in this role requires providing direction and support to the Management team with strategic EH&S planning and program development to continuously improve EH&S performance along with government regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as technical environmental subject matter expert in environmental regulatory areas including Acid Rain Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) requirements, Title V operating permits, SPCC plans, waste and hazardous waste regulations, Risk Management Plans and Tier II reporting
Coordinate and manage implementation of Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures
Conduct periodic reviews of programs and update to meet regulations and/or corporate directives
Manage environmental and safety program to ensure compliance with federal, state and local safety and environmental regulations
Manage compliance obligations related to the quality assurance requirements for continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) for the Facility. Act as the CEMS subject matter expert for emissions reporting. Develop CEMS analyzer troubleshooting skills.
Complete and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual environmental reports.
Review environmental deviations to ensure that effective investigations focusing on cause and corrective measures are implemented
Train employees on plans such as emergency response, spill and fire prevention, risk management, storm water pollution prevention, environmental compliance, and any other site-specific EHS plans/programs
Communicate with regulatory agencies to address environmental reporting, deviations, and notices of non-compliance and be compliant on quarterly, semi-annual, and yearly reports
Provide technical expertise, guidance, and training in areas such as confined space, lockout tag out, fall protection, respirators, forklifts and mobile equipment, hot work, JSA's, and PPE
Manage the Contractor Safety Program
Coordinate and/or perform required environmental reporting and testing activities
Ensure that environmental programs are properly implemented to maintain full compliance with all permits
Support performance of quarterly environmental and safety program reviews. (Implement corrective action as needed)
Conduct and coordinate injury and near-miss investigations and generate reports focusing on the root cause. (Ensure corrective measures are identified and implemented as needed)
Collaborate with management team to develop and implement annual EHS plans, goals and strategies
Conduct, manage and track required safety and environmental training of plant employees through computer-based software
Chair safety committee, run weekly meetings and provide consultation and technical support as needed
Maintain all required EHS and medical screening records as required by applicable regulations and/or EE[KF1.1][BF2.1]OM procedures
Review, analyze and evaluate plant chemistry and environmental data to generate reports and recommendations
Provide oversight and direction to station environmental compliance programs
Operate testing equipment and conduct and/or manage scheduled chemistry, environmental and performance testing to generate reports and recommendations
Maintain the facility Chemistry Laboratory QA/QC Program and Chemical Hygiene Plan
Maintain professional affiliations with environmental and safety organizations to keep current with new environmental and safety regulations and good management practices
Required Skills / Knowledge
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to use influencing skills to accomplish goals and objectives.
Strong decision-making skills with bias for action balanced with consensus building abilities.
Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple / varied tasks efficiently.
Experience
Candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of environmental laws and regulations, including Clean Water Act, RCRA, Clean Air Act, CERCLA, etc.
Five or more years' experience in Environmental compliance
Experience in combined cycle power generation facility preferred.
Experience implementing EHS management systems.
A demonstrated track record in implementing corporate policies and procedures and/or developing and implementing site-level EHS procedures.
Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze complex problems, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical decisions; and to provide solutions to specific and general EHS matters.
Experience in participating in audit teams.
Experience conducting training end users
Education Requirements
A four-year degree or commensurate experience/professional training in environmental, safety, engineering, or related science discipline
Physical Requirements
Position requires periods of physical exertion, including walking, climbing ladders, and walking up and down stairs.
Ability to lift and move material up to 50 pounds.
Occasional travel in support of business needs may be required.
What We Offer
Supportive company culture that values its employees
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan
Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays
Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus
Personal Development & Career Succession Planning
Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs
About Stress Engineering Services, Inc
Stress Engineering Services, Inc. is an engineering consulting firm that provides testing, analysis, and design services to clients in the oil and gas, power generation, chemical processing, and aerospace industries. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Stress Engineering Services has additional offices in Cincinnati, Ohio; New Orleans, Louisiana; and Calgary, Canada. The company's services include failure analysis, fitness-for-service assessments, finite element analysis, and materials testing. Stress Engineering Services has worked on projects such as the Deepwater Horizon oil spill and the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster.
